Ethnic style of the house

19.01.2022

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Slavic style in the interior: a warm atmosphere for living with pleasure

Ethnic style organically exists in any national culture, "sprouting" in architecture, music, fine arts, interior design. This is one of the manifestations of the artistic soul of a human, through which nations and humans communicate with the outside world. Sometimes it is in the images and colorful features that the peculiarities of people, their character, and traditions are more clearly visible. The popularity of the trend, which has been actively developing in recent decades, arose in a completely unexpected environment.

The taste for historical details manifested itself in the 1970s, appealing to society through the hippie subculture. The idea of equality of nationalities, skin color, age and position in society was emphasized in the mixing of ethnic elements in clothing. Fashion designers picked up the original idea, and it gave a powerful start to the development of ethno-style in interior design, architecture and, of course, fashion. Today, the movement has formed some well-known trends, among which stand out African, Arabic, Chinese, Mediterranean, Indian and Slavic styles. We will talk about the latter.

Live design

Ukrainian style is original and diverse. It lives and develops together with society, without losing touch with tradition. NOSAL DESIGN architectural studio offers to breathe national color into your personal space. The warm atmosphere, supported by centuries-old values, does not just create an eye-pleasing atmosphere. Powerful life energy, preserved by our ancestors, nourishes and inspires us, it fills us with joy and optimism.
We work with a love for our business, giving customers original solutions that meet the idea of a cozy, beautiful and peaceful life. We help to make any room as functional as possible, so that every square meter works for your comfort.

Ethnicities distinguish three levels in terms of expressiveness and intensity:

Authentic: accurate conveyance without trade-offs and compromises. In every nuance from furniture and textiles to the kitchen bench there is a clear connection with the culture and traditions of the chosen region. It is difficult to maintain such a high bar in everyday life, so the approach can be found in specialized rooms with ethno-style (museums, thematic villages and exhibitions).
Mixed: a mixture of several related genres is common in private homes and apartments. The design of the space emphasizes the spirit, gives an idea of shapes and colors, but does not follow tradition "to the letter".
Folklore: the easiest way to add a feeling to the decor. National textiles, souvenirs, and bright furniture come into play. They are used for their intended purpose and as accessories.

The latter technique does not seem to be truncated at all with the right layout: one or two elements will look especially expressive, revealing their artistic value on a neutral background.

Features of ethnic desig

National artistic methods of decorating clothes and housing are not limited by certain conditional frameworks. In addition, each style is revealed in a wide and unusual way, giving space for creativity. Ethno is manifested through the following features:

Characteristic materials or reliable imitations.
Color palette.
Ornaments and patterns.
Household items and jewelry.

Signs of Slavic style

The elements inherent in the style include:

Lots of open wood.
Pottery
Decorative oven.
Straw items.
Fabrics with ornaments.

Symbols of housing, protection, and stoves in Slavic mythology are inextricably linked. It is believed that the real owner of the house - a house sprite - lived behind the stove. For this reason, his residence was not only kept clean and constantly renewed, but also decorated, in efforts to please him.
The red corner is another tribute to tradition. Not only icons were kept here, but also valuables, memorabilia, and family relics. Other important elements include blankets, chests for storing clothes, carved boxes for small items, and embroidery.

Originally Slavic materials and tones

The style is characterized by natural colors that draw strength from shades of the earth, sky, and nature. Ethno-style in architecture and interior is built on the important foundations of the universe - wood and clay. The use of such materials creates a feeling of solidity and immenseness: emphasizing the hearth of the house.
The spirit of the Mediterranean clearly inspires the kitchen ceramics of the Slavs. Wavy lines and restrained forms of clay pots and bowls with circular ornaments under the neck were borrowed from the border areas of the Danube and actively spread further east. Wooden utensils developed in turn, and along with the original Slavic basins, ducks and flocks began to appear barrels and barrels that came from Greece.

Palette and symbols

Fabrics were made of cotton and linen, decorating the canvas with ornaments. The following colors were used in the original artistic language:

Red: represents life, energy, sun. Gives warmth and averts the eye.
Blue: indicates natural elements (water and sky). Considered masculine, endowed with strength and protection.
Green: conveys the vital energy of nature, youth and the desire for rebirth.
Black: a symbol of fertility and mother earth. Wavy motifs made of dark stitches are sent to the nursery, ready for germination.
White: associated with purity and holiness. The color of harmony and reconciliation in the Slavic tradition is often used as a background. The walls in houses are painted in this tone.

Paints and drawings convey the history and culture of the people, creating a special aura of each subject.

Picturesque textiles

Embroidery - a separate art form associated with the character of the Slavs. Each region of the Carpathians and Prykarpattia (region in Ukraine) formed its own famous handwriting and color combination. Folk motifs of the Lviv region employ a distinguished geometric style. Patterns appear on a white background, and it is usually not filled, giving the picture lightness, purity, and transparency.
Hutsul embroidery is rich in plant elements. The compositions are formed from juicy natural paints, combining green, yellow, and red with the dominance of the latter color. In Bukovyna, zoomorphic symbols are added to plant motifs. Cotton and linen are decorated with beads, wool, inserts of gold and silver threads.
A typical technique for Zacarpathia is a curve (or zigzag). The rich color scheme is built on a red and black base. Light ornaments are used for decorations, and multicolor combinations are also common.

Ukrainian ethnic interior

The dominant color is directly formed by white shades. Clean and light tones are filled with decor styled red, blue, black, green and other shades typical of the region. In the form of objects, furniture and the arrangement itself should give off a feeling of solidity. There is no pointless jewelry that clutters and strains the eye. Calmness, simplicity, and clarity of lines can be traced to the national Ukrainian interior style.
Natural materials are used in the design: wood, metal, clay, linen and cotton. Forging, straw weaving, painting are also welcome. Lighting without redundancy: during the day, the room should be filled with natural light, so the window openings are decorated with curtains - short curtains.
In decoration, embroidery must be given a key place. Ornaments and compositions are used not only for decoration, but also to protect the home. These are mandatory talismans that support the home. They are used both in textiles and in murals, and as household items.

Home atmosphere in detail

An important element in the home - a decorative shelf or bowl. This is a place for jugs, plates and other utensils. A kind of style demonstration in the center sets the direction of the whole space.
The task of the design is to make the room alive and warm, so it is important to decorate the room with handmade products. The technique of embossing - cutting patterns with a symmetrical construction - is performed on paper, but today other options are accepted. Motifs on leather and wood also look interesting.“Heels” technique - a technique of transferring a pattern from wooden stamps to fabric - looks good on tablecloths, bedding and wallpaper, spreading organically from room to room.

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